Swiss pocket watch for the Ottoman market by A. Köpe, Geneva, late 19th century In 18K (750 / 1000) gold with two cases, the exterior finely chased with a rosette, monogrammed MC in the center of the cover which contains the dial. The latter silvered with Turkish numerals enamelled in black, the center and the circumference decorated with two-tone golden foliage, a second small dial in the lower part. On the back, in the second case, engraved inscriptions: "A. Köpe - Geneva, n°9223, 15-jewel anchor escapement". Ribbed bulbous crown with a ring. Diameter (without crown): 4.8 cm; gross weight: 91.8 g A Fine 18K Gold Swiss Pocket Watch for the Ottoman Market, signed A. Köpe, Geneva, No. 9223, late 19th century

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